1991 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
